If you are charged with a second or subsequent offense involving criminalmischief, the penalties are even harsher. NewJersey law states:

2C:14-6. Sentencing. If a person is convicted of a second or subsequent offense under sections 2C:14-2 or 2C:14-3a., the sentence imposed under those sections for the second or subsequent offense shall, unless the person is sentenced pursuant to the provisions of 2C:43-7, include a fixed minimum sentence of not less than 5 years during which the defendant shall not be eligible for parole. The court may not suspend or make any other non-custodial disposition of any person sentenced as a second or subsequent offender pursuant to this section. For the purpose of this section an offense is considered a second or subsequent offense, if the actor has at any time been convicted under sections 2C:14-2 or 2C:14-3a. or under any similar statute of the United States, this state, or any other state for an offense that is substantially equivalent to sections 2C:14-2 or 2C:14-3a.

CriminalMischief is a Serious Offense in NewJersey. If convicted, you could be sent to prison.

Criminalmischief in NewJersey is considered a Property Crime and usually involves vandalism, trespassing, or property damage. The value of the property determines the degree of the charges. CriminalMischief may not sound like a serious crime, but if convicted, you could be facing stiff penalties under NewJersey Law.

If you have been charged with criminalmischief in NewJersey, contact our NJ CriminalMischief defense trial lawyers today for a free consultation by completing the form on this page or calling us at 732-303-7857. We may be able to get your charges dismissed or reduced and help you avoid jail time.